Miyazaki

Three generations of us rented a 14-seater car to visit Takachiho and Aso, places with inconvenient transportation. We communicated with Vincent via Line beforehand and received prompt replies and suggestions. Our driver, Mr. Liu, was a very steady and friendly driver. Besides fulfilling our itinerary requests, he pointed out popular photo and shopping spots, and even took us to the small train station to help us negotiate tickets. Highly recommended!

No need for a tour guide or large group tours, this "semi-independent" itinerary allows the whole family to enjoy a more in-depth experience! As long as you manage taxi connections and key booking times, even families with elderly members and children can easily conquer Takachiho. 【Itinerary Sharing】(Tested on 2/10) • 09:11 | Depart from Kumamoto Station/Sakuramachi Bus Terminal (take a Kyushu Sanko bus). • 12:19 | Arrive at Takachiho Bus Center. • 12:30 | Takachiho Beef Feast: Upon arrival, a pre-booked taxi will take you to the restaurant. Delicious Takachiho beef is definitely the best start to your trip. • 14:00 | Takachiho Gorge Boat Ride (Reservation Required): Avoid the crowds and enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the gorge waterfall. • 14:30 - 15:10 | Takachiho Gorge Stroll: Explore the trails and admire the magnificent columnar jointed landforms. • 15:15 | Miraculous Taxi Rescue: Two taxis were flagged down at the canyon site, taking us straight to the Amaterasu Railway (former Takachiho Station). • 15:40 | Amaterasu Railway Miniature Train (Last Train): This train was the MVP of the trip! The 105-meter-high railway bridge and the interactive bubble-blowing activity on the train were a huge hit with the kids. • 16:15 | Stroll Through the City: After the miniature train ride, we leisurely walked back to the bus station (approximately 15 minutes). • 16:57 | Return Bus: We boarded the bus back to Kumamoto on time.

Two weeks before departure, the company created a group chat so we could contact the driver. The day before, we informed them that my mother had difficulty walking, and the company specially upgraded us to a larger vehicle. Throughout the trip, the driver's driving skills were smooth, and he had a great understanding of Japanese geography and customs, providing excellent analysis and sharing. The journey was very smooth, and he managed the travel time perfectly. It's definitely a chartered car service highly recommended!

The flowing somen noodles are a must-try, but I recommend going there early on, otherwise you might have to wait for many groups and not be able to get back to the bus in time. The Michelin three-star ice cream at Kusanagi Senri is a must-try; I highly recommend the pudding and caramel walnut flavors. There was snow along the way, and it was incredibly cold! But the scenery was beautiful and worth the trip! Our guide, Ge Ning, was excellent; he explained things clearly and was very easy to get along with. Highly recommended.

The tour guide was warm and friendly, providing clear explanations and reminders, and did his best to assist every passenger. The driver was also very professional and drove smoothly. Remember to check the email sent by the tour guide beforehand to avoid getting lost in the crowd at the morning meeting point.

Jimmy is the top tour guide I recommend. Basically, if you're in Fukuoka and want to visit some of the famous tourist spots, then signing up is definitely worthwhile! 👍 You can finish it in one day, and then spend the other days enjoying leisurely sightseeing and good food.